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Songs that hype you up just by listening—recommended tracks from timeless classics to the latest releases

On your commute to work or school, when you just can’t get motivated, or when you want to hype things up at karaoke—there are plenty of moments in daily life when you need songs that lift your spirits!

From tracks by popular bands with sharp, standout guitar sounds to buzzworthy J-pop and tunes by beloved singer-songwriters, this article is packed with recommendations that will boost your mood.

Whether it’s high-energy, fast-paced songs, tracks with heavy, powerful soundscapes, or lyrics that fire you up, we’ve got everything from timeless classics to the latest hits.

They’re all perfect for raising your excitement, so be sure to use this as a reference!

Songs that instantly lift your mood—recommended tracks from classics to brand-new releases (171–180)

BAKUON -Blast of Sound-WOLF HOWL HARMONY

WOLF HOWL HARMONY / “BAKUON -Explosive Sound-” Music Video
BAKUON -Blast of Sound-WOLF HOWL HARMONY

An aggressive, cool dance track that radiates a powerful presence.

Released in March 2025 as the lead song from WOLF HOWL HARMONY’s first album, “WOLF.” Produced by Chaki Zulu, it features a tricky sound and striking, intense tempo changes.

This track embodies their strong resolve to take the music scene by storm and aim for the top.

The music video’s stylish, high-sense dance performance is another highlight.

Give it a listen when you want to get pumped up!

MAYDAY feat. Ryo from Crystal Lakecoldrain

coldrain – MAYDAY feat. Ryo from Crystal Lake (Official Music Video)
MAYDAY feat. Ryo from Crystal Lakecoldrain

An aggressive rock tune resounding with ferocious shouts and a heavy sound.

It powerfully portrays the chaos and destruction born from desire and betrayal, as well as the people who stand up to face them.

With a featured appearance by Ryo from Crystal Lake, it achieves an overwhelming intensity that shakes the listener to the core.

Included on the album THE SIDE EFFECTS and released in August 2019, it was used as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Fire Force, brilliantly capturing the spirit of the series.

This powerful track is recommended for moments when you want to unleash all your emotions or boost your motivation.

Don’t Worry!!naniwa danshi

Naniwa Danshi – Don’t Worry!! [Official Music Video]
Don’t Worry!!naniwa danshi

It’s a heartwarming message song where freshness and warmth blend together.

Released by Naniwa Danshi in February 2025, the track drew attention as the theme for SoftBank’s “Tobideru” commercial.

Its catchy pop sound pairs perfectly with lyrics that gently embrace life’s worries and anxieties.

It tells you, “You’re fine just the way you are,” boosting your self-esteem.

It’s a song that gives you a push when you’re feeling uneasy about daily life or the future.

Shimi feat. ATARASHII GAKKO!Makishimamu Za Horumon

Maximum the Hormone 'Shimi feat. ATARASHII GAKKO!' (MV Special Ver.) Music Video
Shimi feat. ATARASHII GAKKO!Makishimamu Za Horumon

A frenzy of loud rock featuring Atarashii Gakko! is sending fresh shockwaves through the music scene.

Built on Maximum the Hormone’s mixture-rock foundation and fusing nu metal with hardcore punk, this work unfolds a world of enigmatic lyrics woven with metaphors and symbolic imagery.

Included on the single “Ki-Se-I Rush,” released June 19, 2024, its music video—shot in an abandoned housing complex—premiered on YouTube that September.

The fusion of dark, heavy sound with electrifying dance performance has drawn attention as a bold new form of expression.

It’s a powerful track recommended for anyone who wants to unleash their inner emotions along with the music.

NIPPONShiina Ringo

This is a powerful cheering song by Ringo Sheena, released in May 2014 as the theme song for Japan’s national soccer team.

Included on the album Hi Izuru Tokoro, it features a rock sound infused with traditional Japanese elements, creating an energetic track that lifts the spirits of viewers.

With lyrics invoking words like “banzai” and “departure for battle,” the song conveys the weight of kanji, expressing Japan’s tradition and pride while delivering a passionate message that inspires the courage to take on challenges.

Chosen as the theme for NHK’s soccer-related programs and used during the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, the song drew considerable attention.

If you listen when you need to fire yourself up, it’s sure to give you a push.